paddleboat
/ˈpædəlˌboʊt/
NOUN
1. A boat propelled by a paddle wheel
A boat driven through water by one or more paddle wheels, whose rotating blades push against the water to provide propulsion.
1.1. Paddle-wheel-powered vessel
A watercraft propelled by rotating paddle wheels, commonly used for river transportation, sightseeing, or recreational cruises.
Synonyms
- paddle steamer
- paddle-wheel boat
- paddle-wheel steamer
- river steamer
Examples
- The historic paddleboat carried tourists along the river.
- The paddleboat moved slowly across the lake as its wheels churned the water.
Related Words
- steamboat
- riverboat
- steamship
- sternwheeler
- sidewheeler
- watercraft
- vessel
1.2. Recreational paddle-wheel boat
A small or medium-sized boat propelled by paddle wheels and used for leisure activities or sightseeing on lakes and calm waterways.
Synonyms
- paddle-wheel boat
- paddle steamer
Examples
- Families boarded the paddleboat for a leisurely trip around the lake.
- The resort operates a colorful paddleboat for visitors.
Related Words
- pleasure boat
- excursion boat
- tour boat
- river cruiser
- sightseeing boat